Patagonian Scallop Medallions with Spicy Tomato Sauce and Quinoa
Ingredients;
Patagonian Scallop Medallions: 300 grams (cut into medallions of approximately 1 cm thick)
Quinoa: 200 grams
Tomatoes, diced: 400 grams
Red onion, finely chopped: 1 piece
Garlic, finely chopped: 2 cloves
Red pepper, finely chopped: 1 piece
Cumin powder: 1 teaspoon
Coriander powder: 1 teaspoon
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation method:
Cook the quinoa according to the instructions on the package. Fry the medallions in a pan with olive oil until done. Prepare the tomato sauce by frying red onion, garlic and red pepper in olive oil until soft. Add diced tomatoes, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt and pepper and let simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly. Serve the medallions with the spicy tomato sauce and quinoa.
Wine advice:
A light red wine such as a Pinot Noir goes well with the spicy tomato sauce and the earthy flavor of the quinoa.
